The Cambridge Introduction to Jane Austen - Cambridge Introductions to Literature 2 Revised edition

Marc Notes: Previous edition: 2006.; Includes bibliographical references and index.; Jane Austen is unique among British novelists in maintaining her popular appeal while receiving more scholarly attention now than ever before. This innovative introduction by a leading scholar and editor of her work explains what students need to know about her novels, life, context and reception. Brief Description: Second edition of an innovative introduction explaining what students need to know about Austen's novels, life, context and reception. Table of Contents: Preface; 1. Life and times; 2. The literary context; 3. Northanger Abbey; 4. Sense and Sensibility; 5. Pride and Prejudice; 6. Mansfield Park; 7. Emma; 8. Persuasion; 9. Austenmania: Jane Austen's global life; Afterword.

Contributor Bio:  Todd, Janet Janet Todd is Herbert JC Grierson Professor of English Literature at the University of Aberdeen.